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Platform: Commodore 64
Gametype: Undefined
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The Legend of Blacksilver is the sequel to Legacy of the Ancients and uses a similar but refined interface.

In a dream, Princess Aylea, appears to you and tells you that Baron Taragas has found Blacksilver, an immensely powerful artifact, in his mines and kidnapped her father King Durek, the king of all Bantross, before he could lead his army to attack Taragas. The noble wizard Seravol has sent her to find a hero who can rescue her father. She leaves you with the request to visit her brother, the prince, at the castle, and gives you a falcon feather that will prove that you were sent by her.

LoB is a one-person RPG. The interface is basically the same as in Legacy of the Ancients with all commands (speak, magic, fight, rob etc.), functions (inventory, armor etc.) and character-information (HP, food and Gold) displayed at the left side of the screen.

Combat is turn-based with different options for approaching the enemy. When you encounter a monster or human you can either "approach" (attack), "flee", "stalk" (which might give you the first attack but is not a good way to greet friendly NPCs), "wait" (the counterpart to the stalk command) or speak with them if they are human. You don't gain any experience from combat however. Instead, higher ranks can be gained at King Durek's castle for completed quests.

In towns you can buy items, spells and travelling equipment or earn money by gambling, putting it in the bank, selling items or taking on jobs and errands.

Castles contain treasures, useful items or helpful characters, but all castles (except King Durek's castle) are hostile and very dangerous.

Unlike the rest of the game, which is seen from a top-down perspective, dungeons, temples and archives are seen from a first person perspective.

Dungeons are large, sometimes labyrinthine, underground places filled with enemies and various traps.

In temples you can improve you characters attributes if you can reach a Gamemaster and beat him at his game. There is a total of three different games.

Beneath some of the temples you can find archives that contain different exhibits. These exhibits work similar to those found in the intergalactic museum in LoA. If you have the right gem, the exhibits can give you useful information, items or even serve as a gateway to far away places.


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Description from the packaging:

All you have to do is save the world.
The peaceful planet of Bantross is in turmoil. Severe earthquakes and floods rack entire continents. The beloved king has been kidnapped and his daughter is desperate for your help.
At the root of all the havoc is a treacherous baron who lusts after global power.
Your quest may take days... or months.

You face a complex, mysterious and terrifying journey.
You'll wander through ancient archives seeking secret secret knowledge. Venture into five dark dungeons spanning 40 levels to hunt for treasure. Visit 16 different towns to replenish supplies. Explore a magical 22-section labyrinth, play arcade games, games of chance and more.
Along the way you'll meet the wizard, illusionist, jester, contortionist and dozens of other intriguing characters. You'll need all the help you can get.

Rotlung parasites, poison darts and the maggot-infested Fetid Wheeze.
The are 82 hideous creatures waiting to wound, paralyze or kill you. Plus traps, bottomless pits and nasty guards.

If you're clever and crafty, you'll survive. Then, armed with special powers, you'll be prepared to challenge the baron... and win.
Whistling wind, echoing footsteps and the sound of your own heart pounding.
The Legend of Blacksilver comes to life with superb graphics and amazing sound effects.
You'll see torches flicker against damp walls. Watch monsters lunge and grow. Hear roaring surf as you approach the sea.

And you'll be in the heart of the action. Incredibly realistic first person views and 3-D effects make this adventure even more spine chilling, mind boggling and challenging.
The hideous pagan advances. Try annihilating it with a glow tip spell.
You approach Maelbane, the land of dark despair.
In the towns you'll find merchants, prisons, and games of chance.

Developed by John and Charles Dougherty.
